Jeffrey McMillan
Mobile,AL
Summary
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks. Driven Welder with experience in Aluminum, Stell and Fluxcore welding. Well-versed in standard procedures, policies and regulations with attention to detail. Flexible with focus and commitment to safety. Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Nixions
Mobile, AL
03.2020 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Landscape Worker
Self-employeed
Mobile, AL
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
- Installed sod, seeded lawns, or hydroseeded areas for new turf establishment or lawn repair purposes.
Laborer/Machine Operator
Berg Spiral Pipe
Mobile
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
Laborer
M&W Industries
Mobile, AL
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
Line Cook
Marco's Pasta
Mobile, AL
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Warehouse Worker
Gulf Distributing
Mobile, AL
02.2016 - 07.2016
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 90 pounds.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
Line Cook/Dishwasher
LODA Beirgarten
Mobile, AL
01.2013 - 04.2016
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Delivery Driver
O.K. Bike Shop
Mobile, AL
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Delivery Driver
Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs
Mobile, AL
10.2011 - 01.2012
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
Structural Welder
Austal USA
Mobile, AL
01.2009 - 11.2011
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and using other equipment.
- Used MIG and TIG welding on structural supports.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing challenging projects that required diverse welding methods and materials expertise.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
- Reduced project completion times through efficient planning and prioritization of welding tasks.
- Ensured safety compliance by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations during all welding activities.
- Enhanced structural integrity by executing precise welding techniques on various materials.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Consistently met production targets without sacrificing craftsmanship or safety standards by balancing speed with precision in every task.
- Completed complex welding assignments under tight deadlines without compromising safety or workmanship standards.
Education
Steel Welding Certification - Steel Weilding
AIDT Maritime Training
Mobile, AL04.2017
Aluminum Welding Certfication - Welding
Aidt
Mobile, AL01.2010
High School Diploma -
Wp Davidson High School
Mobile, AL05.2009
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional Attitude
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Problem-Solving
- Team Coordination
- Kitchen Station Setup
- Knife Skills
- Quality Control
- Line Management
- Grilling Techniques
- Ingredient Preparation
- Workload Management
- Food Safety Standards
- Food presentation
- Food Allergen Safety
- Portion Control
- Equipment Maintenance
- Crew training
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Stick Welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and Fitting
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Vertical Welding
- Structural welding
- Flat Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Horizontal Welding
- MIG welding professional
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Precision measuring tools
- Wire feed machines
- Welding procedure specification
- Parts Fabrication
- Welding Position Proficiency
- Welding Symbols
- Joint Preparation
- Precision measuring
- First Aid Training
- Fire prevention
- MIG welding
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Welding Techniques
- Power Tools
- Power Tools Operation
- Packaging and Labeling
- Self-Motivated and Disciplined
- Picking and Packing
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Heavy Lifting
- Loading and unloading
- Warehouse Safety
- Material Handling
- Warehouse Operations
- Pallet Jack Handling
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Punctual and Dependable
- Forklift Operation
- Machine Operation
- Troubleshooting
- Machine setup
- Visual Inspection
- Machine Maintenance
- Surface grinding
- Sawing and sanding
- Production Documentation
Timeline
Line Cook
Nixions
03.2020 - Current
Landscape Worker
Self-employeed
02.2020 - 08.2022
Laborer/Machine Operator
Berg Spiral Pipe
08.2018 - 11.2018
Line Cook
Marco's Pasta
03.2017 - 03.2018
Laborer
M&W Industries
01.2017 - 11.2018
Warehouse Worker
Gulf Distributing
02.2016 - 07.2016
Line Cook/Dishwasher
LODA Beirgarten
01.2013 - 04.2016
Delivery Driver
O.K. Bike Shop
01.2012 - 01.2013
Delivery Driver
Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs
10.2011 - 01.2012
Structural Welder
Austal USA
01.2009 - 11.2011
Steel Welding Certification - Steel Weilding
AIDT Maritime Training
Aluminum Welding Certfication - Welding
Aidt
High School Diploma -
Wp Davidson High School